“What must I do to inherit eternal life?” Sometimes we might ask such questions hoping to check off the boxes, but Jesus reveals that the Kingdom of God is about more.
Finding God in Football: The Ignatian Examen Applied to Sports
As a semi-professional soccer player, Javi Bailén, SJ understood the importance of routine reflection. As a Jesuit, he discovered how the Ignatian spirituality provides perfect tools for athletes and teams to reflect on their performance. In his first for TJP, Javi writes about how the Examen can be adapted for sports teams to find God in their game – and perhaps improve their future play.
Finding God in Newcastle United’s Long-Awaited Trophy
On March 16, Newcastle United F.C. won their first trophy in over half a century. Christopher Brolly, SJ, a Newcastle lad living in Boston, reflects on the significance of his beloved football club’s victory for the city and its people. Brolly writes that the club’s triumph in the Carabao Cup goes deeper than football.
The Jubilee Year: It’s Time to Come Home
In his first piece for The Jesuit Post, Eric Lastres, SJ reflects on the Jubilee Year of Hope and the invitation to renewal it offers.
Sweating It Out
Hard work makes us sweat, even if the work isn’t physical. Andrew Hanson, SJ reflects on various ways sweat has played a role in his life.
Dunkirk: A Different Day at the Beach
A summer blockbuster of war and explosions? Not quite.
Interview with James Martin, SJ: Part II
James Martin, SJ, speaks about the part of his book no one is talking about.
Millennial Wanderlust & the Pilgrim Saint
Does Ignatius matter? … Colten Biro, SJ, wonders whether Ignatius might have a cure for our modern wanderlust.
Doct-her Who?
With the announcement of a female lead for Doctor Who, Sean Barry, SJ speculates what this might mean for the series
Languishing Lands and Parks in Peril
In this 3-part series, former ranger Ken Homan explores what’s so great about and what’s threatening our public lands